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WIRES

/waɪəz/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

W 4/4
I 1/1
R 1/1
E 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of WIRES

noun

Metal formed into a thin, even thread, now usually by being drawn through a hole in a steel die.

noun

A piece of such material; a thread or slender rod of metal, a cable.

noun

A metal conductor that carries electricity.

verb

To fasten with wire, especially with reference to wine bottles, corks, or fencing.

"We need to wire that hole in the fence."

verb

To string on a wire.

"wire beads"

verb

To equip with wires for use with electricity.

"Do you know how to wire a plug?"

Antonyms of WIRES

Words with opposite meaning

Examples of WIRES in a Sentence

  • "We need to wire that hole in the fence."
  • "wire beads"
  • "Do you know how to wire a plug?"

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
8
points

Is WIRES a Scrabble Word?

Yes, WIRES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

Tip: WIRES uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for WIRES

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter wires Total
Scrabble 41111 8
WWF 41111 8

Anagrams of WIRES

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use WIRES in Word Games

WIRES is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, WIRES is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble WIRES to find 33 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About WIRES

What does WIRES mean?
WIRES is a noun. Metal formed into a thin, even thread, now usually by being drawn through a hole in a steel die.
Is WIRES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, WIRES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is WIRES worth in Scrabble?
WIRES is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from WIRES?
You can make 33 words from the letters in WIRES. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of WIRES?
Synonyms of WIRES include: barbed wire, telegram, telegraph, conducting wire, score string, cable. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of WIRES?
The anagrams of WIRES (words using the exact same letters) are: SWEIR, SWIRE, WEIRS, WISER, WRIES. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.